Director, Communications

Emory University

. Develop, coordinate, and execute communications strategies for programs, initiatives, and activities led by the Office of the Provost .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeAtlanta • Georgia • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing strategic communications initiatives, managing complex projects, and providing counsel to senior leadership. Proficient in overseeing internal and external communications while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with legal standards.

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Strategic Communications DevelopmentCrisis Communications SupportProject ManagementStaff SupervisionHigher Education Experience

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Hard Skills

Communications StrategyMarketing InitiativesWeb Content ManagementSocial Media ManagementMessaging and BrandingContent CreationPress Release WritingEvent AdvertisingFinancial ManagementJudgment and Diplomacy

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationConfidentialityDiplomacyJudgment

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationCommunicationsMarketingCrisis ManagementStakeholder EngagementEthical StandardsLegal ComplianceInternal CommunicationsExternal CommunicationsOffice of the Provost

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, coordinate, and execute communications strategies for programs, initiatives, and activities led by the Office of the Provost
Develop and support internal and external communications and marketing initiatives aligned with Emory's academic mission and strategic goals
Partner with Emory Communications & Marketing and offices across campus to coordinate communications
Advise Office of the Provost leadership and staff on messaging, branding, strategies, and tactics
Manage complex communications projects involving multiple stakeholders
Provide crisis communications support
Lead day-to-day operations of the Office of the Provost communications function and annual communications programs
Manage internal staff, vendors, and freelancers producing web and social media content, memos, information sheets, feature stories, event advertising, press releases, and marketing collateral
Complete projects within established financial parameters
Strengthen and manage the Office of the Provost web and social media presence
Provide strategic communications counsel to senior leaders
Develop and manage executive and critical communications for the Provost and division leaders, including talking points, statements, community messages, and reports
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications or a related field
Seven years of related experience
Experience supervising communications staff
Higher education experience strongly preferred
Must reside in the state of Georgia
Must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs
Ability to exercise a high degree of judgment and diplomacy
Commitment to confidentiality when required
Compliance with legal and ethical standards, policies and procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work from home regularly on a flexible weekly schedule based on business needs
Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities